Love this painting?

Want to paint it yourself?

Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack for £9.99

Painting - St Monans Harbour - Scottish Harbours
Buy Now - £9.99

Download all 10 source images for £9.99

Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original painting of St Monans Harbour
Original
Tonal version
Tonal (B&W)
Painting with grid
Painting + Grid
Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
Line + Grid
Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
Sepia + Grid
Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette
Instant Download - £9.99

Why You’ll Love Our Packs

Stress-Free Learning

  • Start with outlines—no blank-canvas anxiety.
  • Artist grid guides ensure perfect proportions.
  • Use colour/tonal references to learn step by step.

Build Confidence, Fast

  • See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
  • Structured references remove guesswork.
  • Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

Pure Relaxation

  • Painting reduces stress and helps you unwind.
  • Focus on painting, not the challenge of drawing.
  • A therapeutic break from everyday distractions.

Own Your Artwork, 100%

  • Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
  • No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
  • Say, “Yes, I painted that!” when friends compliment it.

Get a FREE pack!

Buy two packs and get one completely FREE!

Simply add three packs to your cart and and enter the coupon "onefree"

Browse: Similar paintings | All paintings | Same style | Same subject

See The Transformation

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

Sketch with grid
Sketch
Original
Painting

How It Works

  1. Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
  2. Display on a Device or Print It: View the outlines, sketches, and grids on your iPad or phone—or print them out for easy tracing.
  3. Start Your Sketch / Tracing: Transfer or trace the line drawing onto your canvas/paper. Use grid lines if you want perfect proportions.
  4. Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
  5. Showcase or Monetise Your Artwork: Gift it, hang it on your wall, or even sell it—we grant you the freedom to profit.
Artist with iPad and Easel

Painting Guidance

Buy the pack - then follow this guidance.

Imagine the serene beauty of St Monans Harbour captured in a painting that combines the rustic charm of Scottish coastal life with the vividness of post-impressionist style. The artwork showcases a tranquil scene of colorful fishing boats reflected in the shimmering water, set against a backdrop of quaint village houses. The sky is a moody mix of cool grays, providing a dramatic contrast to the bright oranges and blues of the boats. The color palette is striking, with dominant hues of blues, grays, whites, and accents of orange and yellow that bring a vibrant energy to the scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace

Begin by setting up your painting area with your canvas, brushes, and paints. Refer to the provided color wheel in your pack to familiarize yourself with the specific palette used in this painting.

Step 2: Use of Line Drawings and Grid

Start by sketching the basic composition using the line drawings included in your pack. If you prefer more precision, use the artist’s grid to ensure accurate placement of key elements like the boats and buildings.

Step 3: Painting the Sky

  1. Begin with the sky, using a mix of grays and blues. Apply broad, sweeping brush strokes to create a textured, dynamic sky.
  2. Incorporate hints of softer whites to suggest clouds, using a dry brush technique for a smooth blend.

Step 4: Painting the Buildings

  1. Move to the background buildings. Use a mix of whites and muted pastels for the houses, with light browns and grays for roofs and shadows.
  2. Pay attention to the perspective and proportions, guided by your grid.
  3. Add highlights to suggest lighting and depth.

Step 5: Painting the Boats

  1. Switch focus to the boats in the harbor. Use vibrant oranges and yellows for the main boat, contrasting with deep blues for the water and secondary boats.
  2. Utilize a small brush for detail work on the boat masts and reflections on water.
  3. Apply darker tones near the waterline to suggest shadows and integrate the boats into the setting.

Step 6: Reflections and Water

  1. Mix blues and grays for the water, incorporating reflections of the boats and buildings using vertical brushstrokes.
  2. Experiment with blending to achieve a realistic shimmer effect.

Step 7: Finishing Touches

  1. Revisit any areas that need refinement or additional detail. Use fine brushes for small elements like windows or intricate boat details.
  2. Step back frequently to assess the overall balance and harmony of colors.

Step 8: Final Review

Allow your painting to dry, then review the artwork. Compare it with the source painting to see the captured essence of St Monans Harbour. Adjust any colors or details as needed to achieve your desired effect.

Your painting is now complete, embodying the serene yet vibrant charm of this Scottish coastal scene. Enjoy the satisfaction of having recreated a beautiful work of art.

Start painting today! Instant download.

Buy the pack now and you'll be painting in no time!

Buy now

Similar Paintings You Might Like….

Stornoway
Stornoway
Stornoway
River Leven
Silver Sands of Morar
Silver Sands of Morar
Portree Harbour
Portree Harbour
Portree Harbour
Coldingham Bay
Coldingham Bay
Loch Maree
Glen Falloch
Dornoch Firth
Glencoe
Glencoe
Loch Lomond
Isle of Skye
Glencoe
Glencoe
Glencoe
Glencoe
Same style Same subject

Prefer a Ready-to-Hang Version?

Framed version of St Monans Harbour
Love this artwork? Explore even more ways to enjoy it at home—visit ScotlandPaintings.com to discover beautifully framed prints, premium canvas editions, and high-quality posters featuring this stunning Scottish scene. Each product is professionally printed and ready to bring the charm of Scotland straight to your walls.
Buy a framed print of this painting

Frequently Asked Questions

Right after checkout, you’ll get an instant download link and an email with a secure link to use for the next 72 hours.

Absolutely. We provide sketches, line drawings, grids, and colour guidance, so even first-timers can paint with confidence. No drawing experience required.

Basic paints (acrylic, oil, or watercolour), brushes, and a canvas/paper. You can even use crayons or pencils if you like—our references adapt to any medium.

Yes! We remove our copyright from our references, so you own your final artwork completely. You can sell it, gift it, or display it in exhibitions.

If you’re not satisfied, contact us within 14 days. We’ll work with you to ensure you love your painting experience.